We understand that a tour member recorded his best score round Brampton on Saturday, a fine 73 gross. The player currently has a handicap of 8.5 and thus this score returns a net 64!!! If the CSS was 71 then this excellent round would see his handicap reduced by 1.4 to 7.1, perhaps a meeting of the handicap committee should be held on board the 747 on Wednesday!
Great knock Steve, see you are again coming into form at the right time.
There was a problem with the voting section and I had to clear all the votes that were posted so please have another go. Graham’s brother was out in May and sent me this report on the courses they played, which may help. You can also go to the course’s own website, to refresh your memory, by using the links a little further down the page again on the left.
Just back from Florida Andrew and thought you may like some feedback on the courses we played.
Waterlefe and Riverwood are must plays, both outstanding and less than £35 for 12.30 tee off times.
In the second group I would include University, Bobcat, Legacy, Sarasota National, Heritage Oaks and Kingsway (amazing greens and great value, £22 including lunch).
We also played Stoneybrook (now public and looking scruffy) Tatum Ridge (OK but better courses around) and Rosedale ( The novelty value has now worn off ).
We were unable to fit in games at River Strand and Herons Creek this year but both are courses I rate.
We made the error of playing Riverwood, Waterlefe and Rosedale on consecutive days and ended up shellshocked! Better to split them with a Legacy or Sarasota National. ( more forgiving fairways!)
Regards Craig.
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Taken this morning from the AccuWeather Hurricane center website.
Hurricane Irene on Track to Strike Southeast US
Aug 22, 2011; 4:22 AM ET
Irene remains destined to strike the southeastern United States later this week as a hurricane.
At present this is expected to hit the east coast of Florida as a Cat. 2 Hurricane so if this prediction is correct it should not cause any major problems to the gulf coast golf courses.
We have just dropped inside the 2 months to go mark and a number of the the Tour Members are starting to find form. Pro’s Day at Brampton saw a number of fine performances.
Andrew Proud 79 -8 = 71
David Farrer 75 -4 = 71
Graham Hamilton 74 -5 = 69
Mike Caddle 67 -4 = 63
Chris Ralph 68 -9 = 59
A couple of awesome score by the Carlisle pair who took 1st and 2nd so well done Chris for taking the top prize on the day. I am sure Florida will be an interesting challenge for Ralph’y who now plays off 6!
We need to get a tour shirt sorted any colour suggestion?
I had a problem with the website yesterday and in sorting it out the course’s to play poll was lost. I have reset it up so get your 9 selected!
When I saw this video of PGA Tour Pros playing golf and traveling 4 to a golf buggy I concluded that it must be at a course with a very relaxed dress and etiquette code. I must warn the relaxed tour chaps, on our trip, that it is very unlikely that these standards have been adopted in the Sarasota area and not to bother packing their dungarees, zebra print kegs or chopped down wet suits. Let us remember the advice of the ranger to Brian at Legacy “we do not tolerate this here SIR!!!”
Click the picture to see the video.
Today, at 2.10 a.m. Spanish time, Seve Ballesteros passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at his home in Pedreña.
I am lucky to have been able to walk the fairways with this true golfing genius and cheer the charismatic Spaniard, on a number of occasions. He set the golfing world alight with his swashbuckling style and fierce determination. His passion for the Ryder Cup was pivotal in it becoming one the worlds true great sporting events. The daring and flamboyant style of golf he played brought many to the game and put European golf firmly on the map.
The words of Peter Alliss: “He was a fighter – feisty, skilful, cheeky and loveable. He had hair as black as raven’s wing, a wonderful set of teeth and a lovely smile. When Seve was in a good mood the world was happy. I will always remember that smile.”
To see some of the awesome play of this Legend click here.
The Telegraph also has a great piece on Seve, click here.
You gave me some special memories which enhanced my life. Thank you Seve.